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SP56 OSE

2006 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

150,127 mi
Last recorded150,127 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2022
Typical for 2006 BMW X387,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP56 OSE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2022 150,127 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 142,841 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2022 142,841 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 133,059 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 126,541 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 112,899 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 101,705 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 92,324 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 84,428 miles

All four tyres are close to legal limit and have age related cracking to outer walls,will need to be replaced soon

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Sep 2013 75,736 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 67,218 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 59,365 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2010 54,446 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 50,455 miles

Both front & rear brake pads wearing low..

Both front brake discs worn & corroded..

Brake pad wear indicator staying on..

How Reliable is the BMW X3?

Based on 1,227,551 MOT tests across 116,465 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
7,291
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
116,465
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,027
coil spring broken 11,583
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,799
coil spring fractured 6,299
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,284
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SP56 OSE is a 2006 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2006 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 87,989 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP56 OSE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this BMW X3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP56 OSE registered?

SP56 OSE is a 2006 BMW X3, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is SP56 OSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP56 OSE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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